Pottery Assistant

From the time our guests arrive to the minute they leave, we want them to enjoy every moment of their stay. Taking part in leisure activities is one of the principal reasons that guests come to Center Parcs and our high standard of facilities and focus on delivering a quality experience certainly helps to ensure they return to Center Parcs, time and time again.

Working as part of a team, you will help to set-up and deliver challenging, interesting, fun and memorable leisure activities which are suitable for everyone from the age of 12 months upwards, this could include activities such as, Crazy Science, Mini Ballerinas or Football sessions. The role is as diverse as your abilities allow and from time to time, you may even have to wear a costume to make those smiles happen.

We’re looking for people with naturally outgoing personalities and a confident, cheerful nature in order to make our guests feel totally happy with their choice of activity. If you’ve worked in the entertainment industry before then great, but don’t worry if not, because your customer service skills and ability to engage with all ages will certainly make the right impression and ensure you flourish here at Center Parcs.

POTTERY ASSISTANT | £10.58 per hour

The Pottery Studio provides activities / sessions for both adults and children. In this role, you will be responsible for offering guidance and support on ceramic painting whilst providing a safe and efficient environment for our guests. Excellent customer service skills are required as you will ensure the guests' requirements are always met and naturally seek out opportunities to exceed their expectations.

The bustling environment requires sustainable energy and enthusiasm along with the ability to multitask and oversee busy activities. Other responsibilities will include ensuring high standards of cleanliness and tidiness are maintained and that the large volume of pots are glazed to agreed timescales.

HOURS OF WORK

You will be contracted to work 96 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period. Shifts will typically fall between 08:30am and 06:30pm.

As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include weekends, public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis.

ABOUT YOU

Essential requirements:

• Naturally cheerful disposition
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and guests
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to perform under pressure
• A creative flair

Desirable requirements:

• Previous pottery experience with a working knowledge of current ceramic techniques
• Experience of working within the customer care industry
• The ability to teach methods and practices
• To have a knowledge and understanding (including proper loading, unloading and operation) of kilns
• Basic Food Hygiene certificate

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• Management/Colleague Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
• Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
• Free use of our leisure facilities
• Discounted Center Parcs breaks
• 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
• Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
• An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.

Closing date: 13 June 2023 at 12 Noon

Interviews to be held: Ongoing

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

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